Leads architecture and full-stack development for scalable, secure, AI-enabled, cloud-based software supporting regulated medical-device products. The role drives system architecture, roadmaps, software validation, risk management, DevOps, Agile practices, and cross-functional collaboration while mentoring engineering teams. It requires expertise across web, mobile, distributed systems, cloud platforms, generative AI, medical-device software standards, and the full software development lifecycle.
Innovation starts from the heart. Our Advanced Innovation & Technology (AI&T) teams harness the imagination, courage, and resourcefulness to think beyond what’s currently possible, and create solutions for patients many years into the future. If you’re an early-stage innovator, then Edwards AI&T team is the place for you to take the next steps in your career. We’ll give you the tools and resources you need to create groundbreaking innovations that shape the future of structural heart technology.
How you will make an impact:
As the Distinguished Software Architect on the AI&T R&D Digital Product team, you will design and deliver scalable, secure, AI-enabled and cloud-enabled software solutions for regulated medical-device products, while driving architectural strategy, leveraging Generative AI to accelerate software development, and mentoring teams in a complex, highly regulated environment.
- Lead architectural design and full-stack development across mobile and web platforms, ensuring scalable and reusable code aligned with business goals.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define software requirements and translate them into robust, compliant solutions.
- Mentor development teams on best practices in software development, DevOps, and Agile methodologies, fostering continuous improvement.
- Drive risk management and quality assurance through rigorous validation, documentation, and adherence to medical device software standards (e.g., IEC 62304).
- Contribute to strategic planning, including roadmap development, system architecture decisions, and innovation initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned
This is a fully on-site role based at our corporate headquarters in Irvine, CA.
What you'll need (Required):
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field with 12 years of experience relevant experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria -OR- Master's Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field, with 10 years of experience relevant experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria
- Progressive software engineering experience, including significant experience in software architecture and full-stack development.
- Experience developing software for regulated medical devices or healthcare products, with knowledge of medical-device software lifecycle, risk management, verification/validation, and standards such as IEC 62304.
- Strong experience designing and delivering cloud-based and cloud-native software solutions, including scalable architectures, APIs, services, data platforms, security, and DevOps.
- Demonstrated fluency with Generative AI tools and technologies, including hands-on use of AI coding assistants/agents and LLM-based development workflows, with the ability to identify practical applications of GenAI to software engineering and product development.
- Experience leading architecture and development across web, mobile, and/or distributed systems.
- Strong understanding of the full software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and infrastructure automation.
- Experience working closely with product, engineering, design, quality, regulatory, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
- Experience developing software roadmaps and making system-level architecture decisions.
What else we look for (Preferred):
- Experience in developing software using languages such as .NET, .NET Core, Angular, Python, React Native, or Java (Android Studio), & infrastructure automation skills
- Database experience, including knowledge of Microsoft SQL and mySQL
- Experience in the full SDLC
- Ability to work closely with product, engineering and design teams
- Working with leadership and senior management in developing a software development roadmap and mobile strategy
- Experience working on Agile teams
- Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California, the base pay range for this position is $159,000 - $226,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Edwards Lifesciences Irvine, California, USA Office
Irvine, CA, United States
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